Kubuntu 14.10, the latest version of the Ubuntu variant made for fans of the KDE desktop, is out: "Kubuntu 14.10 is available for upgrade or install. It comes in two flavours, the stable Plasma 4 running the desktop we know from previous releases, and a tech preview of the next generation Plasma 5 for early adopters. Plasma 4 is our recommended stable offering and what you get from the default download, but is now in maintenance mode. It runs the software you are familiar with and will be getting updates and bugfixes but not new features from now on. Plasma 5, the next generation of KDE Software is still a work in progress. You can test it and install it from the Kubuntu Plasma 5 image but beware it will remove your stable software. We love testers but no support is offered. If there are problems you may need to reinstall to revert back to Plasma 4." Read the rest of the release announcement for a full list of features and screenshots. Download links: kubuntu-14.10-desktop-amd64.iso (1,017MB, SHA256, torrent, pkglist), kubuntu-plasma5-14.10-desktop-amd64.iso (1,176MB, SHA256).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the release of Kubuntu 14.04, a new version of the desktop Linux distribution shipping with the shiny new KDE 4.13.0: "Welcome to Kubuntu 14.04 LTS, a brand new long-term supported version with the latest KDE software to enjoy. Long-term support means that bug fixes and security updates will be added for the next 5 years, so you can be safe to use it until 2019. New releases of important KDE software will also be available from the Kubuntu Updates and Kubuntu Backports PPAs. Software highlights: the KDE Applications and Platform 4.13 release introduces a greatly improved semantic search as well as stabilization and improvements in key applications like Okular; Mozilla Firefox 28 as default web browser; Muon Suite 2.2 brings additional improvements to our Software Center applications...." Read the rest of the release announcement for a full list of features and screenshots. Download: kubuntu-14.04-desktop-amd64.iso (1,017MB, SHA256, torrent).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the availability of the first alpha build of Kubuntu 14.04, one of the five Ubuntu subprojects that have opted to provide images for early testing of "Trusty Tahr": "Kubuntu 14.04 Alpha 1 is available for testing. Try it out now if you want to help debug before our release in April 2014. Highlights: the upcoming KDE Applications 4.12 release is promising greatly improved reliability and performance; Kubuntu 14.04 introduces award-winning Mozilla Firefox 26 as default web browser; plugins in Gwenview can now be installed on-demand from inside the application; includes the 3.12.0.7 Ubuntu Linux kernel which is based on the upstream 3.12.4 Linux kernel...." Read the complete release notes for more details and known issues. Download: trusty-desktop-amd64.iso (957MB, SHA256, torrent). Other alpha 1 testing images released today include Edubuntu (download, release notes), Ubuntu GNOME (download, release notes), UbuntuKylin (download, release notes) and Xubuntu (download, release announcement).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the release of Kubuntu 13.10, an Ubuntu variant featuring the latest KDE desktop environment: "Welcome to Kubuntu 13.10, a brand-new version with the latest KDE software to enjoy. Highlights: a new versions of KDE's Software Compilation 4.11 is featured in Kubuntu 13.10, adding faster Nepomuk indexing, Kontact improvements such as a new theme editor for e-mails, and preparing the ground for future developments using Wayland and Qt 5; Muon Discover - a friendly new way to discover and install applications; User Manager - a simpler way to manage your system users; wireless setup in installer; KDE Telepathy with better text editing and improved notifications; the new Network Manager applet gives a simpler UI for connecting to a range of network types; for a summary of the OS installed use the new About System page in System Settings...." See the full release announcement for more details, screenshots, known issues and information about the new Kubuntu shop. Download: kubuntu-13.10-desktop-amd64.iso (976MB, SHA256, torrent).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the availability of the second alpha release of Kubuntu 13.10, along with development builds of Lubuntu, Ubuntu GNOME, UbuntuKylin and Xubuntu: "The second alpha of the 'Saucy Salamander' (to become 13.10) has now been released for testers and early adopters. This alpha features images for Kubuntu, Lubuntu, Ubuntu GNOME, UbuntuKylin and Xubuntu. Highlights: KDE Plasma and Applications 4.11 RC1 - this upgrade from KDE adds faster Nepomuk indexing, Kontact improvements such as a new theme editor for e-mails and prepares the ground for future developments using Wayland and Qt 5; Muon Discover - a friendly way to discover and install applications; includes the 3.9.0.7 Ubuntu Linux kernel which is based on the upstream version 3.9.7 Linux kernel." See the Kubuntu release notes for more details, screenshots and known issues. Download: saucy-desktop-amd64.iso (957MB, SHA256, torrent).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the availability of the first alpha build of Kubuntu 13.10, one of the four Ubuntu subprojects that have opted to release alpha images for public testing: "Early adopters of 13.10 can try out Alpha 1, now available for download or upgrade from 13.04. Highlights: KDE Plasma and Applications 4.11 Beta 1 - this upgrade from KDE adds faster Nepomuk indexing, Kontact improvements, such as a new theme editor for e-mails and it prepares the ground for future developments using Wayland and Qt 5; Muon Discover - a friendly way to discover and install applications; includes the 3.9 Ubuntu Linux kernel which is based on the upstream 3.9.7 Linux kernel, the 3.9 release contains improvements in power efficiency, as well as support for KVM virtualization on ARM." See the full release notes for screenshots and known issues. Download: saucy-desktop-amd64.iso (957MB, SHA256, torrent). Other alpha 1 testing images released today include Lubuntu (download, release notes), Ubuntu GNOME (download, release notes) and UbuntuKylin (download, release notes).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the release of Kubuntu 13.04, a desktop-oriented Linux distribution featuring the intuitive and customisable KDE desktop: "Welcome to Kubuntu 13.04, a brand new version with the latest KDE software to enjoy. Highlights: the current release of KDE's Plasma Workspaces and Applications 4.10 adds a new screen locker, Qt Quick notifications, colour correction in Gwenview and faster indexing in the semantic desktop; new version of the Muon Suite for application install and upgrades; version 2 of our Reconq web browser adds a bunch of new features, such as inline spell check, new incognito mode, pinning tabs, improved error page and simplified Rekonq pages; Homerun - a full screen alternative to the Kickoff application menu; a new screen management tool...." Here is the full release announcement with screenshots. Download: kubuntu-13.04-desktop-amd64.iso (928MB, SHA256, torrent).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the availability of the second testing release of Kubuntu 13.04: "Welcome to the 'Raring Ringtail' Alpha 2 release, which will in time become the 13.04 release. Highlights: the latest release of KDE's Plasma Workspaces and Applications 4.10 adds a new screen locker, Qt Quick notifications, colour correction in Gwenview and faster indexing in the semantic desktop; Kubuntu should now be able to support UEFI Secure Boot, a standard for controlling what software can be run on a computer; includes the 3.8.0-6.11 Ubuntu Linux kernel which is based on the upstream 3.8-rc6 Linux kernel; 13.04 is distributed with an updated default toolchain that includes GCC 4.7.2 and eglibc 2.17; OpenJDK 7 is the default Java implementation...." Read the release announcement and release notes for more details and known issues. Download from here: raring-desktop-amd64.iso (910MB, SHA256, torrent).

Stéphane Graber has announced the availability of the first alpha release of Kubuntu 13.04: "The first alpha of the 'Raring Ringtail' (to become 13.04) has now been released. This alpha features images for Edubuntu and Kubuntu. At the end of the 12.10 development cycle, the Ubuntu flavour decided that it would reduce the number of milestone images going forward and the focus would concentrate on daily quality and fortnightly testing rounds known as cadence testing. Based on that change, the Ubuntu product itself will not have an Alpha-1 release. Its first milestone release will be the final beta release on the 28th of March 2013. Other Ubuntu flavours have the option to release using the usual milestone schedule." See the release announcement and release notes for further information. Download (SHA256): raring-desktop-i386.iso (972MB, torrent), raring-desktop-amd64.iso (954MB, torrent). Alpha 1 images for Edubuntu 13.04 (download, release notes) are also available.

Following the release of Ubuntu 12.10 earlier today, Kubuntu 12.10 is the brand-new version of the project's Linux distribution showcasing the latest KDE desktop: "The Kubuntu community is proud to announce the release of 12.10, the Quantal Quetzal. This is the first release to burst free from the limits of CD sizes giving us some more space for goodies on the image. It also does away with the alternate installer images, adding advanced partitioning options to the desktop image. Built on Ubuntu's core and polished with KDE's applications and workspaces, Kubuntu 12.10 is a grand example of friendly, fast and beautiful software." See the full release announcement and read through the detailed release notes to learn more. Download (SHA256): kubuntu-12.10-desktop-i386.iso (953MB, torrent), kubuntu-12.10-desktop-amd64.iso (934MB, torrent).

Kubuntu 12.04, a new version of an Ubuntu variant featuring the KDE 4.8.2 desktop, is out: "The Kubuntu community is proud to announce the release of 12.04 LTS, the 'Precise Pangolin': the new Long-Term Support version of our friendly operating system. Built on Ubuntu's core and polished with KDE's applications and workspaces, Kubuntu 12.04 LTS is a grand example of friendly, fast and beautiful software. We recommend it as the perfect OS for casual users, students, Linux gamers, software developers, professionals, and anyone interested in a free, open platform that is both beautiful and useful. Highlights: KDE 4.8.2; Amarok 2.5; Rekonq and OwnCloud updates; Calligra suite...." See the release announcement and release notes for more information and screenshots. Download (SHA256): kubuntu-12.04-desktop-i386.iso (698MB, torrent), kubuntu-12.04-desktop-amd64.iso (698MB, torrent).

Kubuntu 11.10, a new version of the official Ubuntu subproject designed for users favouring the popular KDE desktop, has been released: "We are proud to announce the release of Kubuntu 11.10, the 'Oneiric Ocelot': the latest release of our friendly operating system, built on Ubuntu's core, polished with KDE's applications and workspaces. The latest stable release of KDE's Plasma Workspaces and Applications brings new features and improvements all around. Highlights include: visual updates include a new Oxygen icon theme; a cleaner default look to Dolphin; Gwenview's new ability to compare two or more images; new breadcrumb feature in the Kickoff menu that simplifies navigating submenus; more improvements in the Network Management widget." Here is the detailed release announcement. Download (SHA256): kubuntu-11.10-desktop-i386.iso (699MB, torrent), kubuntu-11.10-desktop-amd64.iso (699MB, torrent).

Kubuntu 11.04, a useful Ubuntu variant featuring the latest KDE desktop, is ready: "The Kubuntu team is proud to announce the release of 11.04 - codename 'Natty Narwhal': the latest version of our popular Linux distribution, based on Ubuntu and KDE's Plasma and Applications 4.6. With the combination of its Ubuntu backbone, the amazing KDE Software Compilation, and a few unique extras, 11.04 aims to provide the best fusion of stability, beauty, and up-to-date software. Whether working, browsing the web, playing your music, composing an email or connecting with your friends on social networks, Kubuntu brings you a powerful, innovative and attractive platform for all your desktop needs!" See the release announcement and release notes for additional details. Download (SHA256): kubuntu-11.04-desktop-i386.iso (696MB, torrent), kubuntu-11.04-desktop-amd64.iso (694MB, torrent).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the release of Kubuntu 10.10, an official Ubuntu variant featuring the KDE 4 desktop: "The Kubuntu team is proud to announce the release of 10.10, the latest version of our popular Linux distribution. Kubuntu is one of the Ubuntu distributions and is based on KDE software. With the combination of its Ubuntu backbone, the amazing KDE platform and applications, plus a few unique extras, 10.10 aims to provide the best fusion of stability, beauty and up-to-date software. Whether working, browsing the web, playing your music, composing an email or connecting with your friends on social networks, Kubuntu 10.10 brings you an innovative and attractive platform for all your desktop needs!" The release features KDE 4.5.1, a new combined desktop/netbook CD image, and Reconq, a new default web browser. Read release announcement for a detailed list of new features illustrated by screenshots. Download (SHA256): kubuntu-10.10-desktop-i386.iso (696MB, torrent), kubuntu-10.10-desktop-amd64.iso (696MB, torrent).

The Kubuntu development team has announced the release of Kubuntu 10.04, an Ubuntu variant featuring the latest version of the KDE 4 desktop: "The Kubuntu team is proud to introduce our latest release - 10.04 LTS, the 'Lucid Lynx'. This is our first long-term support release featuring the KDE Plasma desktop. Our selection of tools and applications will provide you with all that you need for most of your tasks, with many more available just a few clicks away. Whether browsing the web, playing your music, composing an email or connecting with your friends on social networks, Kubuntu 10.04 LTS brings you a stable, innovative and attractive platform for all your desktop needs." Read the rest of the release announcement which includes a list of new features and a handful of screenshots. Download (SHA256): kubuntu-10.04-desktop-i386.iso (694MB, torrent), kubuntu-10.04-desktop-amd64.iso (697MB, torrent).

Welcome to the Ubuntu release day! The first of several expected announcement comes courtesy of the Kubuntu project: "Kubuntu 9.10: stable, social and beautiful. Kubuntu is built with the latest KDE desktop on top of a solid Ubuntu core. We believe this combination delivers a fantastic all-round home desktop experience. Our selection of tools and applications will provide you with all that you need for most of your tasks, with many more available just a few clicks away! Whether browsing the web, playing your music, composing an e-mail or connecting with your friends on social networks, Kubuntu 9.10 brings you an innovative and attractive platform for all your desktop needs." Read the full release announcement which includes a detailed overview of the new version. Download (MD5): kubuntu-9.10-desktop-i386.iso (683MB, torrent), kubuntu-9.10-desktop-amd64.iso (696MB, torrent).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the release of Kubuntu 9.04, an Ubuntu variant featuring the latest KDE 4 desktop environment: "The Kubuntu team is proud to announce the release of Kubuntu 9.04, the Jaunty Jackalope! Kubuntu 9.04 includes an upgraded desktop containing many bug fixes, new configuration options, as well as many new and updated applications: KDE 4.2, containing many new features, including significant refinements of Plasma and KWin, the KDE workspace, many new and updated Plasma widgets, new and improved desktop effects (enabled by default), the return of the optional 'Classic Desktop' motif as an option; new in System Settings are tools for managing software and printer configuration; Quassel, a new IRC client; Amarok 2.0.2, KTorrent 3.2, Digikam 0.10.0...." See the rest of the release announcement for a more detailed overview of the release. Download (MD5): kubuntu-9.04-desktop-i386.iso (696MB, torrent), kubuntu-9.04-desktop-amd64.iso (695MB, torrent).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the availability of an updated release of Kubuntu 8.04 "Hardy Heron", a distribution featuring the older KDE 3.5.10 desktop: "The Kubuntu team is proud to announce the release of Kubuntu 8.04.2, the second and final maintenance update to Kubuntu's 8.04 release. This release includes updated desktop, and alternate installation CDs for the i386 and amd64 architectures. This update is provided in recognition that the current Kubuntu release (8.10) with its cutting edge KDE 4 desktop is not yet appropriate for all users. In all, over 200 updates have been integrated, and updated installation media has been provided so that fewer updates will need to be downloaded after installation. These include security updates, and corrections for other high-impact bugs, with a focus on maintaining stability and compatibility with Kubuntu 8.04." See the complete release announcement for a detailed list of the most important changes. Download (MD5) the installable live CD images from here: kubuntu-8.04.2-desktop-i386.iso (695MB, torrent), kubuntu-8.04.2-desktop-amd64.iso (696MB, torrent).

Kubuntu 8.10, an Ubuntu variant featuring the latest KDE desktop version 4.1.2, has been released: "Today sees the release of Kubuntu 8.10 featuring the KDE 4 desktop. The Kubuntu developers have been hard at work, bringing you the latest and greatest software the open source community has to offer. KDE 4 reworks your system with a major new revision of the desktop. This Intrepid release lives up to its name by including many changes, but there are some features that are not yet available in KDE 4. If you would rather stay with what you know then remember that Kubuntu 8.04 is still fully supported, see KDE3-KDE4Migration and Is KDE 4.1 for you? for more information on deciding. You can try it first with the Kubuntu Intrepid Live CD to see for yourself whether or not it really is 'for you'." Read the detailed release announcement for additional details, list of features and known issues. Download (MD5): kubuntu-8.10-desktop-i386.iso (699MB, torrent), kubuntu-8.10-desktop-amd64.iso (696MB, torrent).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the first alpha release of Kubuntu 8.04 "KDE4", a special, community supported edition of Kubuntu featuring the very latest KDE 4 code: "Kubuntu KDE4 Hardy Alpha is here. There will be two editions of Kubuntu with the 8.04 release, a commercially supported KDE 3 edition and a community supported KDE 4 edition. We recommend the KDE 4 edition to those who want to try this exciting new desktop version and can put up with some missing features. It comes with KDE 4.0.1 and some applications from KDE 3 to fill in any gaps. As with any first alpha there remains much polishing to be done (you will need to run KNetworkManager manually for example), but it gives a good overview of what will be released with as 8.04 in April." Here is the brief release announcement. Download (MD5): hardy-desktop-i386.iso (674MB, torrent), hardy-desktop-amd64.iso (681MB, torrent).

The Kubuntu project has announced the final release of Kubuntu 7.10: "Kubuntu 7.10 has been released and is available for download now. Kubuntu 7.10 removed the feistiness, becoming the gutsiest release to date. Improved desktop, updated applications and increased usability features are just a few of the surprises with this latest release. The goal for Kubuntu 7.10, code-named Gutsy Gibbon, was to remove the edge and the feistiness from previous releases and to continue on the creation of a secure and stable desktop environment, on a road to becoming the perfect KDE-based operating system. The development team has once again succeeded in reaching their goals, and we are very happy to bring you this new release. We hope you enjoy your Kubuntu 7.10 experience." Read the comprehensive release announcement for further information. Download (MD5): kubuntu-7.10-desktop-i386.iso (697MB), kubuntu-7.10-desktop-amd64.iso (697MB).

This is the big release day for the Ubuntu family of distributions and Kubuntu is the first to announce the new version: "Kubuntu 7.04 has been released and is available for download now. Kubuntu 7.04 stepped over the edge, becoming the feistiest release to date. Improved desktop, updated applications and increased usability features are just a few of the surprises with this latest release. The goal for Kubuntu 7.04 was to continue on the creation of a secure and stable environment, working towards the perfect KDE-based operating system. Starting with the excellent base of Ubuntu and an implementation of KDE, Kubuntu 7.04 set out to smooth the rough edges and polish the future of Kubuntu." Here is the full release announcement with a detailed list of new features. Download (MD5): kubuntu-7.04-desktop-i386.iso (694MB), kubuntu-7.04-desktop-amd64.iso (699MB).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the beta release of Kubuntu 7.04, code name "Feisty Fawn": "The Beta for Kubuntu 7.04 is now available for download. This release comes with the latest KDE 3.5.6 desktop. It includes a re-written partitioner in the desktop CD installer. Network setup is now easier with KNetworkManager included by default. Our Adept package manager includes several improvements to make it easier to select your software sources, view changes and configure packages graphically. The advanced but easy-to-use Kexi database manager is now included by default and for your photos we ship with the latest Digikam 0.9.1. Finding other computers and printers on the local network is easier with Zeroconf configured by default." Read the release announcement and visit the product's features page for further details. Download (MD5): kubuntu-7.04-beta-desktop-i386.iso (696MB), kubuntu-7.04-beta-desktop-amd64.iso (700MB).

The Kubuntu project has announced the release of Kubuntu 6.10, code name "Edgy Eft": "Kubuntu 6.10 has been released and is available for download now. Kubuntu 6.10 brings a bit of edginess to this release, including a new and improved desktop, artwork, applications and much more." Some of the more interesting features of Kubuntu 6.10 include: KDE 3.5.5 desktop; Digikam photo management tool; Guidance - a new power management system; a hardware database client; support for many special laptop buttons; accessibility profiles; an improved System Settings dialog; automatic setup of non-Latin writing systems. Read the complete release announcement for further details. Download (MD5): kubuntu-6.10-desktop-i386.iso (695MB), kubuntu-6.10-desktop-amd64.iso (698MB).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the availability of the release candidate for Kubuntu 6.10: "The release candidate for Kubuntu 6.10 is now available for testing. Edgy, all about cutting edge, perhaps bleeding edge, will consist of brand new code and infrastructure. The time has come to introduce some seriously interesting, but definitely edgy, new technologies that lay the groundwork for the next wave of Ubuntu development." The latest release from the Kubuntu development team includes KDE 3.5.5, new artwork, improved system settings dialog, digiKam 0.8.2, KTorrent 2.0.3, accessibility profiles, and a number of other interesting technologies. For more information please read the full release notes. Download (MD5): kubuntu-6.10-rc-desktop-i386.iso (694MB), ukubuntu-6.10-rc-desktop-amd64.iso (693MB).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the availability of a beta release of Kubuntu 6.10: "The beta release for Kubuntu 6.10 (code named Edgy Eft) is now available for download and testing. Kubuntu 6.10 Beta comes with plenty of new features: the user interface has been redesigned thanks to a review from the KDE Usability experts; the new power management applet makes full use of HAL to support hibernation and battery status; local network browsing can be turned on with a tick of a box; our great new 6.10 artwork has been designed for Kubuntu by Ken Wimer, one of the artists working on the Oxygen icon theme. Kubuntu 6.10 Beta includes with the latest KDE and major applications: KDE 3.5.4, Konversation 1.0, Amarok 1.4.3 with automatic installation of MP3 support...." More details can be found in the release announcement. Download (MD5): kubuntu-6.10-beta-desktop-i386.iso (693MB), kubuntu-6.10-beta-desktop-amd64.iso (673MB).

Kubuntu, one of the distributions belonging to the Ubuntu family of Linux operating systems, is the first to publish a formal announcement about the product's new release: "Kubuntu 6.06 LTS has been released. It is available for download now or for the first time you can order free Kubuntu CDs through ShipIt. This release comes with KDE 3.5.2 and includes a new installer which you can use direct from the live desktop CD. We have focused on stability and bug fixes, as our first Long Term Support release 6.06 will be supported for 3 years on the desktop and 5 years on the server." Kubuntu 6.06 for three processor architectures and in a variety of configurations is available for download from several mirrors servers, while free CD images can also be ordered from its ShipIt system. Here is a quick link to the i386 CD image: kubuntu-6.06-desktop-i386.iso (697MB, MD5).

Jonathan Riddell has announced the beta release of Kubuntu 6.06: "Kubuntu 6.06 LTS Beta has been released, together with the Ubuntu beta. This release includes a preview of the new live installer on the Desktop CD. New in Kubuntu 6.06 LTS Beta: a new graphical installer is available on the live CD, allowing Kubuntu to be installed quickly and easily to your hard disk; faster system startup and login; a simplified package installer; an update notification from Adept in the system tray when new packages are available; X configuration tool in System Settings; the latest KDE 3.5.2...." For more information please see the release announcement and visit the Kubuntu Dapper Beta page. Download: kubuntu-6.06-beta-live-i386.iso (657MB, MD5). Torrent files, as well as live and installation CD images for three architectures are also available.

Hot on the heals of the new Ubuntu release, Kubuntu 5.10 is now also available: "The second release of Kubuntu, codenamed 'Breezy Badger', is now available for download. This release comes with the very latest KDE 3.4.3 and includes the new Guidance configuration tools. If you missed our testing releases for Breezy you will be pleased to see the other new additions in Kubuntu Breezy including Adept package manager, System Settings and KDE Bluetooth." Read the complete release announcement for further details and screenshots. Quick links to BitTorrent files for the i386 architecture: kubuntu-5.10-install-i386.iso (640MB) and kubuntu-5.10-live-i386.iso (642MB). Live and installation CD/DVD ISO images for three architectures are available here (MD5).

Following yesterday's release of Ubuntu 5.10RC, the release candidate of Kubuntu 5.10 is now also available: "The Kubuntu developers are pleased to announce the Breezy Release Candidate." New in Kubuntu Breezy: "KDE 3.4.2; X.org 6.8.2 - with modular packaging; Adept and Adept Updater package manager; KDE System Settings - easier Control Centre; KDE Language Packs - now on the CD; KDE Bluetooth framework; OpenOffice.org 2; GStreamer for Kaffine and amaroK media framework; Krita image editor; KLaptopDaemon - now with hibernate support; Locate File Search - find files in Konqueror; automounting for CDs and memory sticks...." More details can be found in the release announcement. Download (MD5): kubuntu-5.10-rc-install-i386.iso (648MB), kubuntu-5.10-rc-live-i386.iso (655MB). Kubuntu 5.10RC torrents, as well as installation and live CDs/DVDs for the PowerPC and AMD64 architectures, are also available.

The Kubuntu project, a subproject of Ubuntu Linux, has announced a preview release of Kubuntu 5.10 "Breezy Badger": "The Kubuntu 5.10 Preview is now available. This is the beta release for the next version of Kubuntu. New in this release is: the latest KDE 3.4.2, OpenOffice.org 2 beta 2, X.Org 6.8.2. Other new features include: Krita - state of the art bitmap image editor, Katapult - an advanced application and item launcher, System Settings - a user friendly replacement for KControl, a simplified Konqueror profile." More information about the release can be read in the official release announcement. Download (MD5): kubuntu-5.10-preview-install-i386.iso (640MB), kubuntu-5.10-preview-live-i386.iso (652MB). ISO images for AMD64 and PowerPC architectures, as well as BitTorrent trackers, are also available.

Following the release of KDE 3.4.2, an updated Kubuntu 5.04 live CD is now also available for download: "KDE 3.4.2 released with Kubuntu packages and live CD. KDE 3.4.2 has been released. You can download Kubuntu packages from any of these deb sources (add to sources.list). A live CD is available based on Kubuntu Hoary with all current updates, KDE 3.4.2 and KOffice 1.4.1. The packages have also been uploaded to our breezy development version." Read the release announcement for further details. Download from here: kubuntu-5.04.5-i386-live.iso (675MB, MD5).

Another review from NewsForge by Kris Shaffer, and maybe the first review of Kubuntu 5.04: "This past week, the first release of Kubuntu Linux coincided with the latest release from Ubuntu Linux, both labeled version 5.04 "Hoary Hedgehog." Kubuntu is a pleasure to use: a snappy, well-designed distro that puts the power of Debian in an easy-to-use package. It's worth a look from new and experienced users alike." Read the article here.

Kubuntu 5.04 has been released: "Kubuntu is the result of several months' effort to get KDE 3.4 into Ubuntu's main repository and create the first major derived Ubuntu distribution. It is not a fork of Ubuntu but an official project of it, sharing the same package archive and infrastructure. It is possible to convert an Ubuntu system to Kubuntu or vice versa. Features of Kubuntu 5.04: KDE 3.4, HAL support for removable devices, Ubuntu-powered out of the box hardware configuration, OpenOffice.org office suite, Gwenview image viewer, amaroK music player, K3b CD and DVD burner, Konversation IRC chat, Kaffeine video player," and it is available as a live CD. Read more in the release announcement, and please download by BitTorrent if possible: kubuntu-5.04-install-i386.iso (572MB), kubuntu-5.04-live-i386.iso (619MB). CD images for AMD64 and PowerPC computers are also available.

Kubuntu 5.04 Preview has been released for testing: "The Kubuntu team is pleased to announce the preview of their first release. Kubuntu is a new distribution using the solid base of Ubuntu and the stunning KDE 3.4 desktop. This release follows the preview release last week of Ubuntu 5.04. The final release of Kubuntu 5.04 will be on April 6th. ... KDE 3.4 brings many improvements including the excellent KPDF reader, advanced groupware support in Kontact Personal Information Management Suite and Kopete instant messenger plus HAL support for removable media. We also include the feature packed amaroK 1.2 music and Kaffeine 1.5 video players." More details in the release announcement. Download (i386): hoary-install-i386.iso (700MB), hoary-live-i386.iso (696MB). CD images for AMD64, IA64 and PowerPC computers are also available.

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